Desert Inn Detention Basin Dam

Nevada — Clark County — LAS VEGAS WASH-TR

Location

StateNevada
CountyClark
RiverLAS VEGAS WASH-TR
Coordinates36.12983, -115.24255

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length2,554 ft
NID Storage62 acre-ft
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 11, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed2002
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCLARK COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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